How the Irish fared: McGeady enjoys “breath of fresh air” after brilliant brace of goals

His two goals were phenomenal strikes.

Aiden McGeady often flatters to deceive but the winger had an afternoon to savour on Saturday, scoring twice in Preston’s 4-2 win over Brentford, writes Darren Norris.

McGeady scored a first-half equaliser and his second — a superb finish from 25 yards — gave Preston breathing space before Daryl Horgan grabbed his first goal since joining North End from Dundalk.